Assistant Preconstruction Manager - Electrical

Colliers; Halifax; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Halifax seeks Assistant Preconstruction Managers to optimize projects through design and constructability analysis. The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of relevant experience, a degree in Electrical Engineering, and is proficient in construction management tools. This role offers a flexible work environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

Comprehensive onboarding

Paid volunteer day

Professional development

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in design, cost estimating, and/or construction.
• Professional Engineering qualifications preferred.
• PMP qualifications preferred or willingness to obtain within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide preconstruction leadership for projects across Canada.
• Engage in design meetings to optimize cost and schedule.
• Conduct regular site visits during preconstruction and construction phases.

Skills

Design experience

Cost estimating

Construction management

Analytical skills

Knowledge of building codes

Education

Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google tools

Procore

RSMeans Online

SketchUp

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

Overview

At Colliers Project Leaders, we deliver capital project solutions to fulfill our clients’ needs across the built environment. The work we do makes a difference in communities and for the people who live there. We have a passion for it.

Our commitment to realizing our clients' vision inspires us to look beyond the immediate – to the possibilities of what we can achieve together. We are 18,000 projects and counting – improving lives and helping shape the growth of sustainable, progressive, and inclusive communities.

Your Role

We're looking for Assistant Preconstruction Managers to join our Construction Solutions team. In this role, you will analyze design and constructability options to help optimize your client's projects. You will bring hands-on experience in design, cost estimating, and construction to provide real-time feedback throughout the planning, design, and construction phases to minimize risks and maximize opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Provide preconstruction leadership to deliver value-based design and constructability options for projects across Canada.
• Lead and manage preconstruction activities using IPD, design-build, construction management, or stipulated price delivery methodologies.
• Engage in design meetings with owners, architects, and engineers during the design stage to provide real-time recommendations to optimize cost, schedule, quality, and constructability variables.
• Review and comment on drawings (2D and 3D) and specifications prepared by design consultants and provide recommendations for constructability, value engineering, and sequencing options.
• Prepare and lead the development of Construction Management Plans (CMP) to support permitting applications, considering construction logistics, site conditions, utilities, traffic impacts, health & safety, and impacts on adjacent property.
• Lead design-assist teams of trade contractors and consultants to investigate major building renovations and equipment upgrades to establish the most efficient and least disruptive sequence of works within occupied facilities.
• Provide construction management support to owners and developers, including trade package development, trade procurement, construction management platform (. Procore) implementation, and procedures development.
• Assist industrial clients with equipment integration into base buildings, including feasibility studies, preliminary design, and cost estimating.
• Develop and implement procurement procedures for goods, services, and works packages for publicly funded projects.
• Conduct regular site visits during preconstruction and construction phases to assess sites and prepare project management documentation.
• Participate in business development and proposals to grow the business and expand service offerings.
• Maintain internal financial control of projects to ensure activities and deliverables stay within budget.
• Prepare project plans and schedules, maintaining compliance with internal Quality Management System (QMS).
• Assist with staff training and mentoring, providing leadership across projects.
• Utilize tools such as RSMeans Online, Procore, CMBuilder, SketchUp, HoloBuilder, Drones, BuildingConnected, Autodesk Construction Cloud, and others to prepare deliverables.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with construction industry experience.
• Assistant Preconstruction Manager: 2-4 years of experience in design, cost estimating, and/or construction.
• Preconstruction Manager: 4-8 years of experience in design, cost estimating, and construction.
• Professional Engineering qualifications preferred.
• PMP qualifications preferred or willingness to obtain within one year.
• Familiarity with building codes, safety regulations, and permit requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and design details.
• Knowledge of trades relevant to commercial construction.
• Understanding of government regulations regarding construction.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google tools.
• Knowledge of project management tools like Microsoft Project and Gantt chart planning.

We encourage applicants who may not meet every qualification to apply, as we value diversity and inclusion.

What you can expect :

• Impact on communities
• Flexible work environment
• Comprehensive onboarding
• Professional development and mentorship
• Paid volunteer day
• Inclusive and welcoming environment

Approximate Salary Range for Assistant Preconstruction Manager: $70,000 to $90,000

Approximate Salary Range for Preconstruction Manager: $90,000 to $120,000

Our salary ranges depend on role, level, and location. Final pay is influenced by skills, experience, and training.

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Disclaimer

Colliers Project Leaders is part of Colliers, a leading professional services and investment management company with over 18,000 professionals in 63 countries.

We have suspended our COVID-19 vaccination requirement; client policies may override this.

We are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate diversity. We accommodate disability-related needs throughout recruitment. Please inform us if you require accommodations.

Applicants will undergo background and reference checks prior to hiring.